Definition of Intestinal obstruction

Intestinal obstruction: Blockage of the intestine by
infolding (intussusception), malformation, tumor, digestive problems,
a foreign body, or inflammation. Symptoms can include crampy
abdominal pain, lack of ability to eliminate normal feces, and
eventually shock. On examining the abdomen, the doctor may feel a
mass. Abdominal X-rays may suggest intestinal obstruction, but a
barium enema may be needed to show the actual cause. Treatment
depends on the cause of the obstruction. See also:
Intussusception.